This course is an introduction to Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment, (SBIRT). As a comprehensive, integrated, public health and preventive approach, SBIRT identifies persons at-risk of developing a substance use disorders (SUD), prior to meeting the criteria of a disorder. SBIRT can also deliver referrals to treatment services for persons who need further assessment due to acute substance consumption and/or symptoms. This interactive training reviews the 'nuts and bolts' of SBIRT, evidence based screening tools, how to conduct a brief intervention that can reduce risky substance use consumption, and facilitate referrals to treatment services.